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Chapter 359: The Beef Abstaining Sect
Chapter 359: The Beef Abstaining Sect
"The Exorcism Bureau, the Exorcism Bureau, so that's how the name came about?"
Just a moment ago, Hu Ma was calmly conversing with the Mountain Lord, but upon hearing these words, he felt a deep shock.
The Exorcism Bureau, which he had just taken over a couple of days ago, had given him a sense of hope for the future. However, the Mountain Lord's revelation that the Exorcism Bureau was meant to suppress the Reincarnate left him stunned.
Was he, as a Reincarnate, about to take over the Hu family's heirloom and inherit such a significant Exorcism Bureau?
What was the point of him taking it over then?
Was he supposed to kill the Second Pot Head, trample on Sweet Potato Burn, and then kidnap the White Wine Miss to be his bandit leader, while sending the Red Wine Lady to herd sheep?
This news truly startled Hu Ma, but the Mountain Lord seemed to casually mention it as if it were insignificant. Perhaps he also felt that the Reincarnate was far removed from Old Yin Mountain, and this had been one of the major tasks of the Exorcism Bureau in the past.
After so many years, it probably held no significance for the current Hu family descendants...
Sensing Hu Ma's shock, the Mountain Lord smiled and looked at him, saying, "What's wrong? Are you afraid?"
"I just didn't expect the Hu family to be burdened with such a huge karmic debt."
Hu Ma sighed softly, trying to compose himself. He asked the Mountain Lord, "But I'm curious, if the Exorcism Bureau is meant to suppress these malevolent spirits, why haven't I seen any special arrangements made by the Exorcism Bureau?"
"Moreover, hasn't the Exorcism Bureau been inactive for many years?... I heard from Zhang Aogu that after that, how could they still suppress these malevolent spirits?"
Hearing his question, the Mountain Lord frowned slightly and said, "This is something I'm not very clear about either. I only know that after the spell duel in the capital, the National Monarch was severely injured and covered in blood, and no one knows how many troops were lost before that evil spirit was suppressed into the Blood Altar."
"Since then, the Ten Clans have each taken on a role, and the Hu family has been in charge of suppressing these heavenly malevolent spirits. They have indeed accomplished a lot."
"However, I don't know what the final outcome was or why they fell out with the Meng family. The emperor was skinned, the dynasty's fortune dissipated, and we all fled into the mountains to avoid these grudges. Only the Ten Clans remained to guard the mortal world."
"But what happened among the Ten Clans is not something outsiders like us can guess. Now that I think about it, it should also be related to the rumored Stone Pavilion Pact."
"..."
"The Stone Pavilion Pact, it seems that a lot of important matters were discussed in that stone pavilion..."
Hu Ma's thoughts raced, slowly speculating and organizing the various questions in his mind. He said, "Since these evil spirits are related to the Hu family, then about that senior just mentioned..."
Pausing slightly, he asked, "What was the name of that malevolent spirit that wreaked havoc in the world?"
The Mountain Lord nodded, finding Hu Ma's reaction reasonable. He replied softly, "That malevolent spirit was powerful, and its origins were mysterious. Its background had been investigated, but it was just an orphan from a certain village. No one knows where he learned his skills from the Dao Gates, but he began to cause trouble."
"Now, the village he was from has long been wiped out. Since he was identified as an evil spirit possessing a body, his original background and name hold no significance. However, his title has been remembered."
"He once called himself 'The Great Sage Master'!"
"What?!"
Hu Ma was stunned, but fortunately, he had anticipated this question and managed to control his emotions, preventing himself from getting too excited.
The Great Sage Master...
...Why not just call yourself the General of Heaven!
Indeed, just hearing this name, one would know that you, boy, are planning a rebellion...
"The Exorcism Bureau has a great reputation and power. Indeed, it has left behind quite a bit of karmic debt."
The Mountain Lord looked at Hu Ma's pensive expression and sighed softly. "Although I don't think it's necessary, it's good that you're being cautious. That demonic person is dead, but it's true that he also left behind many disciples, causing trouble all over the place."
"Disciples..."
Hu Ma was suddenly reminded and asked curiously, "The disciples left behind by the demonic person must also be demonic. But I wonder which sect they belong to?"
"The disciples of the demonic person also have strange names..."
The Mountain Lord's eyebrows furrowed slightly as he spoke. "I only remember that one sect, which seemed to be called something like 'The Beef Abstaining Sect'. It was an independent sect with a tradition of not eating beef."
"The Beef Abstaining Sect? What kind of name is that?"
Hu Ma listened and was momentarily taken aback. Suddenly, he realized, "Not eating beef? Not eating beef..."
This guy is indeed arrogant...
"Yes."
He forced himself to calm his mind and nodded in agreement.
He had already realized that this conversation had significantly affected him, and he didn't want the Mountain Lord to notice. So, he pretended to silently take note and then asked, "There's one more thing. What do you think about the Plum Lane in the Bright Province Capital?"
Hearing this, the Mountain Lord smiled and shook his head. "I have no involvement with them. It's not my business."
"If we're talking about who has the authority, it's your Hu family. If you dare to reveal your identity and go to Plum Lane, they wouldn't dare refuse to hand over the right to allocate fragrances to you. They might even be eager for it."
"Not a single word came from the people behind them, but since you haven't truly obtained the Hu Clan's family heirloom yet, it's still too early to bring this up."
"..."
"It's actually useful..."
Hu Ma sighed inwardly, thinking that he needed a large supply of blood nourishment for his longevity entry into the mansion.
The mere thought of blood nourishment calmed him down.
Such distant matters were headache-inducing, and there was a sense of mysterious unease and fear of the unknown, but the thought of blood nourishment made it feel real. So, he asked some more about the Mountain Lord's affairs related to Yang Gong and the hall official, then bid farewell and left the mountain.
As he exited Old Yin Mountain, the wind blew, and his restless thoughts gradually calmed.
"Perhaps, this isn't a bad thing?"
Initially, upon hearing the words 'Exorcism Bureau' and 'Pacifying Malevolent Spirits,' he was genuinely startled by their connection to the reincarnate.
But after calming down and thinking it through, Hu Ma's heart stirred again.
It seemed that the focus of his attention wasn't how the words 'Exorcism Bureau' and 'Pacifying Malevolent Spirits' came about, but rather the Mountain Lord's words preceding them.
This time, he had set up a deadly trap for the Five Sorrows Deity, and the commotion was not small. It attracted the attention of the Bright State's Martial World Channels and even involved the Imperial Fate. The surface logic was sound, but when scrutinized in detail, it still exposed his differences from the people of this world.
Some marks on the reincarnate were indelible.
Just like in this world, the reverence for noble families and the disdain for rural farmers were unerasable.
Even if the people of this world knew about the existence of the Imperial Seed, they would only believe that the Imperial Seed would appear in noble families, in government offices, or even in Dao Gates. Only the reincarnate would fail to realize it.
The Imperial throne changes hands, and this year it's my turn. Noble families don't have extra eggs to spare, so why should everything be prioritized for you?
This is the characteristic of the reincarnate, and even if they try to hide it, it's impossible to conceal.
As the Mountain Lord, who had worked with him throughout this matter, and considering his status and insight, it wasn't difficult for him to notice some subtle details. However, he had no suspicions about Hu Ma, and the reason was none other than the Exorcism Bureau.
He genuinely believed from the bottom of his heart that while other places might attract such 'malevolent spirits,' only the side of the Hu Clan's descendants would not.
Then, wouldn't this be a natural disguise for himself and the reincarnate by his side?
He let out a low breath and quickened his pace, leading the donkey tied outside the mountain and patting it a few times as they returned to the village.
His heart faintly understood that obtaining the Hu Clan's family heirloom upon entering the mansion was of utmost importance.
However, researching other reincarnates, especially those who came before him and had the two wine ladies, Red and White, was equally crucial. At the very least, he needed to understand the conflicts and entanglements between that batch of reincarnates and the Exorcism Bureau of the Hu Clan.
After silently organizing his thoughts, he arrived at the Life Spirit Temple and hesitated between Sweet Potato Burn, White Wine Miss, and Second Pot Head. In the end, he chose to call for Second Pot Head.
This old brother was cautious but also reliable...
"Senior Second Pot Head..."
"Brother Second Pot Head, can you hear my call?"
"..."
"Hey, brother, don't be so formal. Just call me Second Pot Head; we're of the same generation now..."
Second Pot Head's voice soon rang out, and he hurriedly said, "Haven't I been reminding you to be careful these days? I'm also busy. What's the matter?"
"I went into the mountain..."
Hu Ma thought about the questions he wanted to ask but couldn't ask too obviously. He pondered how to start the conversation and said, "I met that Sage, burned a few incense sticks, and bowed to him."
Second Pot Head's interest was immediately piqued, and he hurriedly asked, "What was the result?"
"I'm still wondering about it..."
Hu Ma deliberately said, "It's true that I met him, but unfortunately, he didn't say anything to me. He just nodded and said that if I had any matters in the future, I could find that junior hall master. Then, he gave me a strange task..."
Second Pot Head anxiously said, "Quick, what is it?"
Hu Ma said, "He actually gave me a strange task, saying that there's a three-legged golden toad that ran away in Old Yin Mountain, and he wants me to help find it when I have time..."
"Brother Second Pot Head, with your vast knowledge, have you ever heard of such a thing?"
"..."
"What?"
Second Pot Head was excited, his voice trembling as he said, "A three-legged golden toad? Brother, you've hit the jackpot..."
Hu Ma hurriedly said, "What do you mean?"
Second Pot Head sighed and said, "There are many toads that have attained spirituality and cultivation, but those that can be called golden toads are rare, and three-legged ones are even rarer. But you're still young and don't understand the deeper meaning here..."
"If that Sage asked you to find the three-legged golden toad, he's essentially giving you a cover to run errands for him. If you can't find it in one day, then look for two days, and if you can't find it in two days, then keep looking..."
"Damn, you really hit the jackpot. You asked to hug his thigh, and you actually did."
"He's treating you as one of his own..."
(End of Chapter)
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